Kate Quinlan
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Kate is an Editor at All About Cookies. She has a decade of digital publishing experience and a background in EdTech. As a digital security expert, she leverages her passion for helping people to create authentic, well-researched content on a wide-range of digital privacy and security topics. In addition to writing and editing, she also conducts firsthand testing of various security software, from ad blockers to VPNs.
When not at her computer, Kate, along with her husband, strives to adopt sustainable living practices. Together, they love to learn about and build homesteading skills (organic gardening and food preservation), experiment with vegan cooking (replacing mac and cheese is impossible), and dote on their lively daughter.
Number one cybersecurity tip: Use unique, complex passwords! Weak passwords are the gateway to identity theft problems. All it takes is one data breach to give hackers access to your online accounts.
- Scams
- Phishing tactics
- Streaming
- VPNs
- Ad blockers
- Social media privacy
- Web hosting/building
- BA in Professional Writing from Kutztown University
Mac or PC: PC
Android or iPhone: iPhone
Kate's Latest Articles
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How To Detect Malware on Your Computer
Think your computer has a case of malware? Here's how to know for sure — and what to do about it.
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How To Protect Your PC From Viruses and Malware
Learn how to avoid infecting your computer with malware with these online safety habits.
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Types of Computer Cookies: First-Party vs. Third-Party Cookies
Learn about the two main types of computer cookies, first-party and third-party cookies. One aims to help improve your web browsing experience, while the other is for tracking and targeted advertising.
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What Is Network Protocol? Unveiling the Digital Code
Explore the core of digital communication as we decode network protocols, their types, and their indispensable role in cybersecurity.
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Editor's Choice Antivirus Awards: Here Are the Best Antivirus Software of 2025
In our first-ever Editor’s Choice Antivirus Awards, we tested over 30 antivirus programs and compiled our top options for better device security in 2025.
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How To Protect Your Computer From Viruses
Don't risk infecting your computer with viruses, worms, or Trojans. Here's how to protect yourself.